Weather in February in South Iceland
Thinking about venturing to South Iceland this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in South Iceland in February?
South Iceland is a region in Iceland. February in South Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Sprengisandur at 1°C to cold in Vestmannaeyjar at 6°C. At night it cools down to 2°C in Vestmannaeyjar and -5°C in Sprengisandur. On average, February is the coldest month of the year in South Iceland. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy snow/rainfall in Hveragerði with an average of 168 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Solheimahjaleiga with 347 mm.Average sunshine
The city Höfn usually sees around 62 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For a closer look at February's conditions in South Iceland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at South Iceland's yearly weather, check out our South Iceland climate page.
Where to go in South Iceland in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in South Iceland?
Höfn
In February Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Selfoss
In February Selfoss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Hella
In February Hella generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Hveragerði
In February Hveragerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Laugarvatn
In February Laugarvatn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in South Iceland, in Iceland.
Is February the best time to visit South Iceland?
In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to South Iceland with often poor weather in Höfn.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Höfn.
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